Medical Malpractice Trial Attorney

The role

Handle medical malpractice and defense litigation cases from start to trial. Take on a caseload independently, with support from the team.

What you will do

• Independently manage a caseload involving medical malpractice claims.
• Handle all phases of litigation: case evaluation, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and expert witnesses.
• Appear in court for hearings, conferences, and trials, with a strong emphasis on trial advocacy.
• Prepare and examine witnesses and develop case strategies.
• Collaborate with partners, associate attorneys, and support staff on strategy and legal analysis.
• Draft and argue dispositive and procedural motions.
• Prepare trial exhibits and evidentiary materials.
• Keep clients informed with timely updates and legal counsel throughout litigation.

Required qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in NY
• 10+ years trial experience to verdict
• Experience in medical malpractice and defense litigation
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Nice to have

• Nursing home litigation experience
• Legal project management experience

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Discretionary bonuses
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Disability and life insurance
• Generous PTO
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits
• Mentorship and professional development

Before you apply

• Must be admitted to practice in New York.
• Wilson Elser participates in E-Verify and checks work authorization for new hires.

About the company

Wilson Elser is a national law firm with more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices. The firm is recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer.